Prohibits activities that would diminish the river’s outstanding values

Requires development of a comprehensive plan to manage the river

All of this with the goal of keep the rivers running wild. And for over 40 years, it’s been one of the strongest tools available to protect outstanding, free-flowing rivers.

The Wild and Scenic Today

On March 30, 2009 American Rivers and our partners achieved a landmark victory when President Obama enacted on of the largest river protection packages in history. This law designated more than 1,100 miles of 86 new Wild and Scenic rivers, and expanded the Wild and Scenic Rivers System by more than 50 percent.

But with 3.5 million miles of rivers in our country, less than one percent enjoy Wild and Scenic protection. We still have a lot of work to do. But with your help, we will continue to fight for our Wild and Scenic rivers, ensuring we leave a wild river legacy for generations to come.

Your Wild River

Each river has a personality all its own and everyone enjoys them for diferent reasons. Have you experienced a wild river? What is your favorite?

Donate – wide – Grand Canyon

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